PALACE COURT HIERARCHY

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THE POSITIONS OF IMPERIAL COURT

 

 

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The Reigning Monarchs: 

The reigning  Emperor of Oren, His Imperial Majesty John VIII have the final say in all matters, including the inner-workings of the Augustine palace. It is the reigning monarchs who allow the courtiers to reside within their household. The Empress and Emperor entrust the Governor with essential tasks of household, handpicking from the vassals within their Imperial Court.

 

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Governess of the Augustine - 1816  - Her Excellency,  Anna Henrietta d'Arkent

Beside the Monarchs, it is the Governor of the Palace who presides over all court affairs. It is his obligation to the reigning Empress and Emperor to ensure the palace is staffed with the essentials in order to create a bustling palace life.  He is also in charge of working with the Monarchs to set court dates and make the proceedings smooth. The Governor also hires the Governess-Secretary and the Majordomo, his second in all courtly matters. Together, they define the standards of the court and jointly staff it.

 

 

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Majordomo - 1816 - Her Most Honorable,  Mary Casimira d'Arkent

The Majordomo is the second highest ranking court position in the palace, being in charge of all lower staff within the Augustine Palace. They oversee anything the Governor cannot and are tasked with the grudgingly tedious work  that is unable to be attended to by the Governor. They play an instrumental role in dictating court etiquette, they are expected to renew the memos of courtly etiquette whenever there is a change of code, both in fashion and in behavior.  They also oversee any events that are held in the Augustine.
 

 

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Lady Seneschal - 1816 - The Honorable, Madame de Braun

The seneschal is the head of Imperial staff, with the task of safeguarding the sanctity and operations of all Imperial attendants. He acts primarily in a management role, answering directly to the Governor of the Palace and the Governess Secretary. However the seneschal is directly responsible for the duties of all members of the Staff, and therefore must complete their duties in the absence of their subordinates.

 

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MEMBERS OF THE COURT

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The following are all positions within the court, each one plays an important role within the Novellen. They are all trusted courtiers and in a way, they act as advisors and caretakers for the Imperial Household. Without them, culture and life could not flourish.

 

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Lead Court Physician - 1816 - Doctor Avern 

One of the most important court positions, the court physician is responsible for the well-being of the Empress and her family. The court physician has medical authority over all imperial courtiers and household members.

Head Court Mage - 1816 - The Seer

The role of the Orenian Court Mage is to serve the imperial household of oren with tasks that are needed to be completed in regards but not limited to, magical artifacts, undead or phantasmal presences, combat and defensive assistance, magical research, and issues or matters related to magical topics. 

 

Master of the Kitchens - 1816 - Lieutenant Viktoria Denurem

The role of the Master of the Kitchens is to head all projects within the Augustine kitchen, and organize the menu for important events. The Master of the Kitchens often works with the Majordomo in preparation for events, preparing foods, and creating a smorgasbord of food for the palatal management in preparation for any upcoming events, showcasing the menu for said event.

 

Master of the Books - 1816 - [OPEN]

The role of the Master of the Books is to head all projects within the Augustine tutoring and education program. This program is solely for the children to young adults that are within rights of peerage. They oversee all of the tutors and their subjects while working alongside the university to transfer students in order to further their education.

Head Court Historian -1816 - [OPEN]

The court historian is a key member of the system, ensuring that everything is kept well documented. Any ground-breaking historical moment is written within the archives overseen by the historian for future generations.

 

Head Court Minstrel - 1816 - [OPEN]

The court minstrel is any type of entertainer such as a musician, juggler, acrobat, singer or fool. These selected individuals bring joy to the courtiers and Imperial household upon beck and call. They are some of the most talented people in their industries.

 

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STAFF OF THE IMPERIAL HOUSEHOLD

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The staff of the Imperial Household are the most essential order of the Imperial Palace. Their purpose is to ensure that the most basic functions of the Imperial palace continue to operate. From working in the kitchens to tending the grounds, the Novellen staff preserve the Novellen culture and lifestyle. Many who commit their lives to the Imperial Household can eventually achieve recognition as attendants or courtiers.

 

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Scullion:

  A scullion is tasked with one of the most important jobs within the palace. They are to keep the Augustine clean and hygienic. Some everyday tasks a scullion may do are: Cleaning the dishes in the kitchen,  scrubbing the floors of the palace, and sweeping the fire of embers. 

 

Cook:

A cook is entrusted with handling the food and drinks the imperial family and their guests will eat. Oftentimes you will be called upon at random to prepare meals for the courtiers of the palace whenever they will it. Even when the monarchs meet for important treaty signings and meetings, you will be tasked with preparing the refreshments for the meeting. 

 

Maidservant:

Maids, and their masculine counterparts: Butlers, are the foundation that holds the palace together. They are tasked with, not only keeping the palace tidy, but also keeping the more intimate places in the palace clean. As a maidservant you would help with the cleaning of the Imperial Apartments, as well as the occasional serving of guests at palital events.

 

Her Excellency, Anna Henrietta d'Arkent

Governess of the Augustine

 

First published: 1786

Updated on the following dates:

1801

1806

1816

 

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[Mannyy 982]

Casper Elmpool looks around the palace, noticing just how much it had changed since he started over 20 years ago... A small smile crosses his face as he shuts himself into his office.

[Blanchables 528]

Charles Augustus d'Arkent would reach the door of his office, giving himself a slight nod as he walked inside. He'd take a deep breath at first, looking about as he hesitated a moment. Seating himself behind the desk, he'd smile, adjusting his posture. "Time to work."

[ncarr 2806]

The new Majordomo, Vespira Angelica, reads over the missive. As the teen's head buzzes with ideas she begins to write a letter!

 

[DahStalker 3692]

Emerentia Kovachev would smirk as she overheard her friend's newfound positions, head shaking as she'd release a chuckle, visibly happy for them. The young composer would rub the pad of her thumb across a brow in concentration as she'd continue to mark away notes on a sheet of music, readying for her upcoming production. 

[kujo_ 2510]

"Hopefully a better Majordomo than she is a tea party host" An Auvergne lad hums to himself, sketching the gardens from beneath the shade of an oak.

[Nectorist 12869]

Franz Sarkozy finally learns the names of all the palace servants and staff he yells at for making his tea improperly every single time he visits.

[Lhindir_ 3691]

Ostromir examines these with a smile on his face, and many more gray hairs than when he first received the governorship. He pens some notes, wishing his successor well. 

[Eryane 3698]

"Dima!" A rather youthful Carrion rushed through the halls of the Rosebud Manor, with a missive in her scrawny hands. In the other, she carried a rose. Milena Ipera knocked twice on the door to her brother's room before peeking her head inside then held out two items for her brother; both the Palace Court Hierarchy parchment and a red rose. "Did you see how many people work in the palace?" 

 

@JoanOfArc

[Marilyn Monroe 362]

8 hours ago, Nectorist said:

Franz Sarkozy finally learns the names of all the palace servants and staff he yells at for making his tea improperly every single time he visits.

 

Victoria Pruvia-Albarosa sinks on to her husband's arm. "A slummy cesspool its become..." She'd groan.

[JoanOfArc 4604]

12 hours ago, Eryane said:

"Dima!" A rather youthful Carrion rushed through the halls of the Rosebud Manor, with a missive in her scrawny hands. In the other, she carried a rose. Milena Ipera knocked twice on the door to her brother's room before peeking her head inside then held out two items for her brother; both the Palace Court Hierarchy parchment and a red rose. "Did you see how many people work in the palace?" 

 

@JoanOfArc

 

Dima blinked twice at his sister's hands which contained the parchment and the red rose. His mind was completely out of it by the time she entered his room; he was exhausted, yet he continued working on some short story that faded in and out of his head. The older Carrion (older being roughly ten years his sister's senior) peered behind himself to see his wife peacefully reading one of her thousand books he had gifted her and decided he would entertain his sister as long as the room was awake. Dima lifted up his sister onto his lap, moved aside his writings and placed down both the flower and the document on the desk. "The only one I know is the Elmpool from when I was younger--- but I think we also spoke with him together a few months back?" he said as read through the document under candlelight, giving an overabundance of space for his flowerly gift at the corner of the table. Though he forgot to thank her for it, in his heart he hoped the red rose would live a long and beautiful life on his desk.